What kind of strength does one need as a triathlete? I got to wondering about the difference between being weight-lifting strong and being body weight strong and if mattered for triathletes. Here's what I found...
Whether you're a triathlete yourself or you know a triathlete and would like to get them a gift... here are some gift ideas for triathletes in a variety of different price ranges. Everything from the traditional must-haves to some outside-the-box ideas that triathletes will love!
I have an electric bike and I love it! But you need to do some careful research to make sure the one you choose will fit your needs properly. I did about 6 months of research before I bought mine. It's a small, foldable, fat tire electric bike -- the Lectric XP E-Bike. I compared it to the Rad Power E-Bike. Here's what you need to know about e-Bike tires, fat tire ebikes, electric assist, pedal assist, electric bike range, maximum speeds, eBike classes & laws regarding where you can ride an electric bike.
I wanted to go cycling with my toddler. Working within a tight budget, here's how I chose the best child bike seat for our needs and an affordable used bike for me. All of my best advice to start family cycling adventures together -- including the bike accessories we use most and a comparison of the various ways you can bike with a toddler.
Your training schedule for a half marathon should start at least 12 weeks before the actual event. As a beginner, you'll run 1-2 miles 3 days a week, 3-4 miles 1 day a week, cross train 1 day, and have 2 days of rest. The running miles should increase until your shorter runs reach 5-6 miles and your long runs reach 10 miles. A longtime runner shares how to train for the terrain, what to eat & drink, plus tips for success in your first half marathon.
See how I made a cell phone bike mount for my Android phone. You can do the same with any other smartphone as well. Then, using an app and a GPS-enabled phone, you can track just about anything you want to know about your bike rides. This DIY bike phone mount cost next to nothing!
For the muddy-minded, adventure-seeking lady, there’s no shortage of dirty fun events in the U.S. and beyond. How fun would it be to give one of these women's mud run events a try for an upcoming girls weekend getaway?!
You don't have to be a competitive cyclist to enjoy the freedom of being on two wheels! You can ride solo, in a big group, or with your family. And ride in different areas -- like in a city setting, on mountain trails, or on the road. What cycling trips are on your cycling bucket list?
Being a devoted triathlete -- and all that comes with it -- can seem quite overwhelming. Sometimes it's difficult to know where to begin. Here's how I would approach getting started for a newcomber to the sport of triathlon.
To get through the race, you need not only mental toughness but a wide variety of equipment, clothing, and other essential items that might not seem obvious from the outset. Here's the triathlon gear you’ll need, plus some training/racing tips that I've learned in my years as a triathlete:
